Day Guide for Friday October 1st 2021 What are the holidays on October 1st 2021?

This is our day guide for Friday October 1st 2021 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?

Holidays on October 1st 2021

International: Chinese National Day

The People's Republic of China was founded on October 1st 1949 with a ceremony at Tian'anmen Square.

Botswana: Botswana Day Holiday

Second Day of public holidays to mark Botswana's independence from the United Kingdom in 1966

Cyprus: Cypriot Independence Day

Cyprus became independent from the British in 1960

Guinea: Presidential Inauguration Day

A public holiday for the inauguration of the President of Guinea.

Nigeria: Independence Day

This is the national day of Nigeria and is always celebrated on October 1st. It marks independence from British rule on 1 October 1960.

San Marino: Investiture of the Captains Regent

The two heads of state of the Republic of San Marino are elected every six months by the Grand and General Council, the country's legislative body

Uzbekistan: Teacher's Day

A public holiday dedicated to honour the efforts of those who teach and educate in Uzbekistan

Observances on October 1st 2021

Ecuador: Día del Pasillo Ecuatoriano

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Día del Pasillo Ecuatoriano

USA: Fire Pup Day

Firepup is a friendly Dalmatian cartoon character, who makes learning about fire and burn prevention and life safety issues, fun, entertaining, and non-threatening.

United Nations: International Day of Older Persons 

Raising awareness of the impact of an ageing population and the need to ensure people can grow old with dignity.

USA: National Hair Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Hair Day

USA: National Homemade Cookies Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Homemade Cookies Day

United Kingdom: World Vegetarian Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Vegetarian Day

USA: National Manufacturing Day

A day to showcase the benefits and potential of modern manufacturing and spur interest in manufacturing careers.

USA: Disability Employment Awareness Month

Diversity Awareness Month is all about opening dialogues that foster an appreciation of the differences that separate us as well as the similarities that unite us.

USA: Polish American Heritage Month

Find out the dates, history and background to Polish American Heritage Month

USA: National Pizza Month

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Pizza Month

United Kingdom: Black History Month

October is Black History Month in UK

USA: National Dental Hygiene Month

Highlights the importance of promoting a healthy dental lifestyle at an early age.

International: International Raccoon Appreciation Day

They aren't good pets, but also, they aren't total pests. Let's take a day to celebrate these adorable rascals.

International: World Smile Day

The creator of the smiley face started this holiday to devote one day a year to smiles and kind acts.

USA: LGBT History Month

An annual month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements.

United Kingdom: Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Every October, people all over the world show their support for people affected by breast cancer.

United Kingdom: Unblocktober

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Unblocktober.

International: International Coffee Day

International Coffee Day is observed on October 1st each year to celebrate and promote the global love and appreciation for coffee.

USA: National Cyber Security Awareness Month

Find out the dates, history and background to National Cyber Security Awareness Month.

USA: National Body Language Day

You don't have to say a word. I can tell by your body that you want to know more about this day.

International: Global Diversity Awareness Month

Diversity Awareness Month is all about opening dialogues that foster an appreciation of the differences that separate us as well as the similarities that unite us.

USA: National Book Month

National Book Month is a national holiday to raise awareness of the importance of reading, writing and literature.

International: World Postcard Day

Find out the dates, history and background of World Postcard Day

USA: Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month

In October, we Celebrate the Rich Tapestry of Italian-American Contributions.

USA: National Seafood Month

Celebrate National Seafood Month this October and discover a sea of flavors, health benefits, and sustainability. Get hooked on the finest seafood traditions, recipes, and more!

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General Information for October 1st 2021
There are 7 public holidays today.
Day 274 of 2021
91 days left in 2021
Week 39 of the year
On this Day in History
1969 - The Beatles' 11th and penultimate album Abbey Road is released in the USA.
1958 - NASA is created to replace NACA.
1939 - After a one-month Siege of Warsaw, hostile Nazi forces enter the city.
1936 - Francisco Franco is named head of the Nationalist government of Spain.